The FLAMINGOS-2 Galactic Center Survey
Stephen S. Eikenberry (University of Florida)
TL;DR
The paper discusses the design, performance, and planned Galactic Center survey of FLAMINGOS-2, a powerful near-infrared instrument on Gemini South, aimed at advancing studies in the Galactic Center, galaxy evolution, and star formation.
Contribution
It introduces the FLAMINGOS-2 Galactic Center Survey as part of early science efforts utilizing the new instrument's capabilities.
Findings
FLAMINGOS-2 is a highly capable wide-field near-infrared imager and spectrograph.
The survey will utilize 21 nights of guaranteed time on Gemini South.
The project aims to explore the Galactic Center, galaxy evolution, and star formation.
Abstract
Upon commissioning on Gemini South, FLAMINGOS-2 will be one of the most powerful wide-field near-infrared imagers and multi-object spectrographs ever built for use on 8-meter-class telescopes. In order to take best advantage of the strengths of FLAMINGOS-2 early in its life cycle, the instrument team has proposed to use 21 nights of Gemini guaranteed time in 3 surveys -- the FLAMINGOS-2 Early Science Surveys (F2ESS). The F2ESS will encompass 3 corresponding science themes -- the Galactic Center, galaxy evolution, and star formation. In this paper, I review the design performance and status of FLAMINGOS-2, and describe the planned FLAMINGOS-2 Galactic Center Survey.
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TopicsAstrophysics and Cosmic Phenomena · Astronomical Observations and Instrumentation · Astronomy and Astrophysical Research